Publish to Newswire
Add an EventFrom the Open-Publishing Calendar
From the Open-Publishing Newswire
Indybay Feature
JFAV and Critics Laud Withdrawal of SF Presidio Art Museum Proposal
Critics of a highly controversial proposal by Gap Founder Donald Fisher to build a contemporary art museum on the Presidio of San Francisco's historic (c. 1776) Main Post lauded Fisher's withdrawal of his plan today.
For the Justice for Filipino Veterans (JFAV) based in San Francisco, although the Presidio was the staging ground for the American colonization of the Philippines, it is still proper that it should be preserved historically and not be a private museum. It is a historical landmark for the advance of US imperialism and thus be shown to succeeding generations of Americans and Filipino Americans.
Environmental, historical, neighborhood and military groups joined with thousands of citizens and San Francisco City agencies to fight the art museum being built in this national park, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). Serious questions remain regarding the Presidio Trust's proposals to build new structures (a hotel/restaurant and movie multiplex) in the park, a National Historic Landmark. The Trust is a federal agency that manages the Presidio's real estate within the constraints of various Federal laws including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and the Presidio Trust Act.
For the Justice for Filipino Veterans (JFAV) based in San Francisco, although the Presidio was the staging ground for the American colonization of the Philippines, it is still proper that it should be preserved historically and not be a private museum. It is a historical landmark for the advance of US imperialism and thus be shown to succeeding generations of Americans and Filipino Americans.
Environmental, historical, neighborhood and military groups joined with thousands of citizens and San Francisco City agencies to fight the art museum being built in this national park, part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA). Serious questions remain regarding the Presidio Trust's proposals to build new structures (a hotel/restaurant and movie multiplex) in the park, a National Historic Landmark. The Trust is a federal agency that manages the Presidio's real estate within the constraints of various Federal laws including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and the Presidio Trust Act.
JFAV NEWS
July 3, 2009
Critics Laud Withdrawal of Presidio Art Museum Proposal
San Francisco--The Presidio Historical Association (PHA) today applauded Gap founder Don Fisher’s decision to withdraw his proposal to build a museum for his personal art collection on the Presidio of San Francisco’s historic Main Post.
For the Justice for Filipino Veterans (JFAV) based in San Francisco, although the Presidio was the staging ground for the American colonization of the Philippines, it is still proper that it should be preserved historically and not be a private museum. It is a historical landmark for the advance of US imperialism and thus be shown to succeeding generations of Americans and Filipino Americans.
JFAV is a national alliance of Filipino World War II veterans, widows and advocates. It was a former regional alliance based in the West Coast but decided to expand nationally in 2008.
Fisher’s proposal was endorsed in 2008 by the Presidio Trust, the federal agency managing real estate in the Presidio National Park. The proposal had generated criticism from history, environmental, military and neighborhood associations as well as San Francisco city agencies.
Presidio Historical Association President Gary Widman said, “Mr. Fisher’s decision to drop his proposal to build a massive museum on the Presidio’s most historically significant site is the right thing to do.”
“The City of San Francisco and the public will greatly benefit if the Fisher family selects a more visitor-friendly location that does not destroy this unique National Historic Landmark,” he said.
Widman also thanked the thousands of individuals who opposed the Presidio Trust’s attempt to turn the heart of the Presidio National Park into an urban mall.
“We appreciate all those who demonstrated their responsibility and courage by speaking out against the Presidio Trust’s misguided, inappropriate and -- we believe -- unlawful proposals.”
Widman noted that the Presidio’s Main Post, which dates back to 1776, is still at risk, since the Presidio Trust is proceeding with its efforts to approve construction of a massive luxury hotel and expanded multiplex movie theater in that historic area.”
A document released today by the Presidio Trust suggests that although the Fisher family has withdrawn its museum proposal, the Trust may continue to push for a new building in the museum’s proposed location. ###
July 3, 2009
Critics Laud Withdrawal of Presidio Art Museum Proposal
San Francisco--The Presidio Historical Association (PHA) today applauded Gap founder Don Fisher’s decision to withdraw his proposal to build a museum for his personal art collection on the Presidio of San Francisco’s historic Main Post.
For the Justice for Filipino Veterans (JFAV) based in San Francisco, although the Presidio was the staging ground for the American colonization of the Philippines, it is still proper that it should be preserved historically and not be a private museum. It is a historical landmark for the advance of US imperialism and thus be shown to succeeding generations of Americans and Filipino Americans.
JFAV is a national alliance of Filipino World War II veterans, widows and advocates. It was a former regional alliance based in the West Coast but decided to expand nationally in 2008.
Fisher’s proposal was endorsed in 2008 by the Presidio Trust, the federal agency managing real estate in the Presidio National Park. The proposal had generated criticism from history, environmental, military and neighborhood associations as well as San Francisco city agencies.
Presidio Historical Association President Gary Widman said, “Mr. Fisher’s decision to drop his proposal to build a massive museum on the Presidio’s most historically significant site is the right thing to do.”
“The City of San Francisco and the public will greatly benefit if the Fisher family selects a more visitor-friendly location that does not destroy this unique National Historic Landmark,” he said.
Widman also thanked the thousands of individuals who opposed the Presidio Trust’s attempt to turn the heart of the Presidio National Park into an urban mall.
“We appreciate all those who demonstrated their responsibility and courage by speaking out against the Presidio Trust’s misguided, inappropriate and -- we believe -- unlawful proposals.”
Widman noted that the Presidio’s Main Post, which dates back to 1776, is still at risk, since the Presidio Trust is proceeding with its efforts to approve construction of a massive luxury hotel and expanded multiplex movie theater in that historic area.”
A document released today by the Presidio Trust suggests that although the Fisher family has withdrawn its museum proposal, the Trust may continue to push for a new building in the museum’s proposed location. ###
Add Your Comments
We are 100% volunteer and depend on your participation to sustain our efforts!
Donate
$230.00 donated
in the past month
Get Involved
If you'd like to help with maintaining or developing the website, contact us.
Publish
Publish your stories and upcoming events on Indybay.
Topics
More
Search Indybay's Archives
Advanced Search
►
▼
IMC Network